Defense Department
Experts Disagree on Licensed-by-Rule Spectrum
The framework could help free up more spectrum to meet rising demand, some experts said.
Spectrum
The use of radio frequency spectrum enables the delivery of high-speed wireless Internet access. Whether licensed, unlicensed or shared, radio frequency spectrum is the critical resource for wireless communication. The Communications Act of 1934 gave the FCC authority to auction spectrum, but that auction authority expired in March 2023.
FCC
WISPA Policy Heads Optimistic on More Spectrum
But they worry a change in FCC data collection could jeopardize BEAD funds for wireless providers.
Infrastructure
Frequencies, Towers, Poles: WISPA Panel on Regulatory Hurdles for Broadband
Main considerations for wireless tower builders are Tribal sites, airports and endangered species
FCC
FCC Looking to Open 6 GigaHertz Band to Very Low Power Devices
The Federal Communications Commission first took comments on the proposal in 2020.
Defense Department
CTIA Report Finds Military Systems Can Coexist with 5G in 3 GHz Band
The lower 3 GHz spectrum can be made available for full power wireless based on successful deployment in foreign countries.
FCC
FCC Hears Need for More Flexible 12 GHz Band to Support Fixed Wireless Applications
Rulemaking could unlock critical capacity in the 12.2 GHz spectrum band.
Speedtest.net
T-Mobile Earnings Call Highlights Growth Goals in Spectrum and Fiber
The company said it was the best in industry for customer growth and is nationwide overall network leader in 5G networks.
FCC
Former FCC Commissioners Disagree on Future of AI Regulation
The type and speed of AI regulation has implications for innovation and children’s safety.
FCC
Experts Call for New Approach to Spectrum Coordination
Experts suggest partitioned spectrum and receiver innovation.
Fixed Wireless
Verizon Second-Quarter Reflects Continued Fixed Wireless and Fiber Growth
Verizon executives said the company is continuing to look into lead-clad cable concerns.
Defense Department
Increase US Competitiveness with China Through AI and Spectrum, Experts Urge
‘If the U.S. doesn’t lead, China will.’
FCC
National Spectrum Strategy to be Complete by End of Year: NTIA Head
NTIA is conducting research on improving efficiency of available spectrum.
FCC
FCC Considering Rules to Share Terrestrial Spectrum with Satellite Service Providers
Satellite sharing on terrestrial spectrum is premature, said satellite and terrestrial providers.
FCC
Commercial Access to Spectrum Necessary for National Security: Former NTIA Heads
‘If you take economic security out of the national security equation, you damage national security.’
FCC
FCC Data and Privacy Task Force, Cisco Acquiring Data Companies, Spectrum Expands Services in Missouri
The task force will focus on addressing privacy and data protection issues in the communications industry.
FCC
FCC Votes Forward 42 GHz Spectrum Sharing Model Proposal to Broaden Use
Proposed rules will consider how the band might be made available through non-exclusive spectrum access models.
